Design Technology Lead

Position Purpose / Summary

The purpose of this position is to bridge the worlds of design, data, and automation. This role will focus on process innovation, AI integration, and information management; helping our design and planning teams move toward a future where model data and user interactions are seamlessly connected. The Design Technology Lead will play a pivotal role in leading the internal development of tools, workflows, and automation strategies that enhance creativity, efficiency, and collaboration across disciplines.

Accountabilities

Process Automation & Data Management

• Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies.
• Develop and deploy C# scripts, Dynamo routines, and automation workflows that enhance design productivity.
• Create data pipelines that can receive and process information from web-based applications.
• Collaborate on incorporating AI into design workflows (Custom
  
  GPT tools, diffusion modeling, API-based assistants).
• Build and test AI agents that assist with process automation and intelligent data exchange.
• Partner with IT and project teams to ensure smooth deployment and adoption of new tools.
• Work closely with Design and Planning leadership to align technology development with design vision.
• Serve as a bridge between architecture, MEPT, interiors, planning, and software development partners to create unified data environments.

Measurables:

• Successful outcomes where workflows become more connected, automated, and intelligent.
• Increased design efficiencies where data moves freely between models, tools, and user interfaces.
• Successful technology rollout where AI becomes an embedded, everyday part of the design process, not a separate experiment.

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities

• Mentoring and sharing knowledge with others in the firm.
• Promote company reputation through good client relations and branded materials.
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Critical

Skills and Abilities

• Strategic Thinking:
  Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals and connect technology solutions to design intent.
• Effective communication skills:
  Strong verbal, written, and graphics communication; collaborative communicator.
• Critical thinking skills:
  Ability to see issues in breadth and offer in-depth analysis.
• Strong analytical skills:
  Gather relevant data, analyze, and assist in business decisions.
• Ownership Mentality:
  Sense of ownership, continual improvement, accountability.
• Computer skills:
  Microsoft Windows, Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Strong proficiency in C#, Revit API, and data management workflows.
• Familiarity with Python, JavaScript, or API integrations is a plus.

Education / Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum three years of experience with automation, parametric design, or AI-driven workflows.
• Work within the A/E/C industry preferred.
• Evidence-Based Design Accreditation and Certification preferred.

Job Complexity

Work requires substantial judgment and original thinking and creativity; develops innovative approaches and ideas and must be able to present and sell ideas and information in a positive, clear and concise manner.

Working Environment and Conditions

General office environment; exposure to weather elements during site visits. Incumbents will drive a vehicle while performing their job responsibilities. Approximately 40% sitting, 30% standing, and 30% walking; unlikely to handle materials weighing more than 10 pounds without mechanical assistance. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Why BSA?

At BSA, we empower our team members to make a meaningful impact. As a 100% employee‑owned firm recently recognized as one of the 2025 Best Firms To Work For and a Top 25 Hot Firm, you’ll have a direct financial stake in our growth and success while benefiting from a collaborative and innovative environment.

Exceptional Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Parental leave
• Hybrid work schedule
• Paid volunteer time and a giving back Program
• Employer‑matched retirement funds and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Modern, collaborative work environment with free parking at all studios

Why You’ll Thrive at BSA

Our core values define us:

• Partners:
  Our employee‑owners value team success as well as individual success.
• Purposeful:
  Our experts are solution oriented, creating inspired solutions in healing, learning and discovery environments.
• Learners:
  We are constantly striving for expertise and sharing knowledge.
• Owners:
  We are committed to a culture of empowerment; thinking and acting like employee‑owners to ensure the success of our clients and our business.
• Ideal Team Players:
  We are humble, hungry, and smart.

If these values resonate with you, we encourage you to apply and take the next step in your career with BSA!

BSA is an equal opportunity employer.

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